Harris's Sparrow is the largest sparrow in North America and the only songbird that breeds exclusively in Canada. The breeding adult has a black crown, face, and bib that contrast with a white belly. It winters on the Great Plains in flocks with other sparrows, foraging in weedy fields and brushy areas.
Best time to see a Harris's Sparrow
The best time to see a Harris's Sparrow is November–February, when about 63% of U.S. sightings happen, based on 7,593 research-grade iNaturalist observations.
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